Quality Inspector - Mechanical - Level 2 - Part -Time

SQA Services; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Mechanical Inspector to join their team. This part-time role involves conducting precision inspections of mechanical products, ensuring they meet rigorous quality standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in mechanical inspection and the ability to interpret complex manufacturing drawings. You will utilize a variety of inspection tools to verify the quality of parts and assemblies. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients across the Midwest, making a significant impact on product quality and compliance. If you have a passion for quality and mechanical products, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precision mechanical inspections at client suppliers.
• Perform inspection verifications on mechanical parts and assemblies.

Skills

Precision Mechanical Inspection

Reading Manufacturing Drawings

GD&T Proficiency

Using Hand Tools (Indicators, Micrometers)

Visual Acuity

Education

Associate's Degree or Higher in Related Field

Tools

Micrometers

Gauge Blocks

Dial Indicators

Height Gauges

Optical Comparators

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

Job description

For nearly 30 years, SQA Services has been a leading provider of managed supplier quality services, offering audits, assessments, remote surveillance, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering solutions to manufacturers across all industries. We deliver these services by deploying a network of highly skilled associates based throughout the United States and in over 90 countries worldwide, ensuring rapid on-site support at your supplier locations. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with extensive experience and local expertise, enabling us to represent our clients on-demand and with greater speed and efficiency than our competitors.

We’re hiring for a Quality Mechanical Inspector position in Chicago, IL, and possibly other areas in the Midwest Region. The schedule is on first shift, part-time 1-2 days per week, Monday - Friday, on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• You will be conducting precision mechanical inspections at one or more client suppliers in Chicago, IL, and other areas in the Midwest.
• Perform precision inspection verifications on mechanical parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
• Inspection may include but is not limited to purchased parts, in-process and final assemblies, and materials for workmanship and conformance to specifications/drawings.
• Perform surface plate inspection of the first article, in-process, and lot sample parts if required.
• Utilize inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, optical comparators, profilometers, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) if necessary.
• Visual acuity and the ability to detect defects in highly complex products.
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards.
• Classify defect types, and verify rework conducted during the time of the inspection.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with precision mechanical parts inspection.
• Strong ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings and industry/commodity standards.
• Proficient in GD&T and validating dimensions (tolerances ≥.005”) using hand tools (e.g., indicators, micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Experience with certificates of conformance and inspection documentation.
• Ability to adapt to new technology and software.
• Excellent visual acuity to detect defects in complex products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certification in inspection techniques or GD&T is a plus.

$35 - $35 an hour

50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")

Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.70 per mile driven). Untaxed.

Note:

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.